Strathmore 400 Series Sketch Pads

This general purpose, heavyweight, acid-free sketch paper is intended for classroom experimentation, practice of techniques, or quick studies with any dry media. A superior sheet with a harder surface, it’s also a great choice for the more advanced artist. 60 lb. 89 gsm.

Wire bound sheets are micro-perforated and are actual size when removed at micro-perforation.

Gets the job done well. It's spiral binding is a little tighter than some (at least in the 9x12, haven't tried the other sizes), so it can get a little 'puffed up' and tight as the pages get used, but this also means it holds everything relatively tight and safe. It's a little brick that I can thrown in my backpack with no worries. My Canson Universal, with a bigger spiral, slides all over the place if I'm not careful. The paper quality itself is roughly the same as Canson sketch paper.

These sketchpads are amazing. The paper is good quality. I got the 100 sheets 9 x 12 inch pad, and its honestly the best quality for the price that I saw whilst searching the internet. You won't be sorry, these are just great.

I use these sketchbooks constantly to design things, make notes and sketch. I like the size -- 5.5"x8.5" -- because it's easy to hold in one hand and draw in with the other. I also like the fact that each book has 100 pages of good quality paper. The cardboard back cover is sturdy and so is the spiral metal binding. In my opinion, at Blick's price, a great buy.

I have used these small sketchbooks for years (as much as a journal as as a sketch book). The only suggestion I have is that the ones I have been using are made of recycled materials (with a green cover). They seem to be just fine for the purpose intended. Perhaps you could consider carrying the recycled ones too.Grace

Selecting a paper is one of the most important decisions an artist will make that will influence the outcome of their work. Strathmore Artist Papers are known for their quality, consistency and performance and come in a vast array of styles in a range of good, better, best, and premium quality. There is a paper for every level of artist and for every artist's needs.

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